October
Mon, 12 Virtual Day for All Students
Wed, 14 Wellness Wednesday - wear your workout clothes!
Thur, 15 Early Release - students dismissed at 3:05 pm
Tues, 20 Picture Make-up/Re-take
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Learning Environment Change Request Period: Oct. 19-23 |
The next opportunity to commit to a learning environment in KM schools will occur prior to the second quarter/term, which runs Nov. 9, 2020 through Jan. 22, 2021. A link to a change request form will be shared Oct. 19 and will be open through Oct. 23. Another opportunity to request a change in learning environment will occur in January, with the start of term 3.
If you plan to make a change, please consider the impact a potential quarantine might have on your family in the coming quarter/term and select the correct environment. Due to staffing needs and configurations:
- Changes at the elementary level will likely cause reassignment of your child’s teacher and class configuration, regardless of your family's decision. In addition, changes in either direction will not be honored after October 23.
- KM will not be able to honor changes at the middle and high school levels from distance learning to face-to-face learning after October 23.
- At the high school level, selecting distance learning may alter your student’s term 2 course selections.
NOTE: This change request form is only necessary if you want to change your environment for the second quarter/term, which begins Nov. 9.
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Just announced...the national lunch reimbursement program has been extended through the end of this school year. All students are able to access a free lunch at school. Click here to access the October menu.
For Distance-Learning families interested in signing up for meals from KMSD, please fill out the meal order form. Families will need to sign up for meals each week. Meals are picked up by the HS auditorium on Mondays from 8:00-9:30.
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F2F Picture Retake Changed |
Please take note - the date has changed...
Face to Face Learners will have one more chance to either have their picture taken or have it re-taken on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at school.
If you would like your learner(s) to have their picture retaken, please let their teacher and Mrs. Baalke (baalked@kmsd.edu) know.
If you have any questions, please email Empire Photography at customservice@empirephotos.com or call at 608-257-2941 between 8:30 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday.
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Guidance News from Mrs. McAboy |
In K4-3rd we learned the difference between Little Deals and Big Deals. Big Deals are important and are emergencies where we need help from a grownup. Little Deals are deals you can try to solve on your own. We need to Remember to STOP and chose a strategy to handle our little Deals.
Walk Away
Ignore it
Tell them to Please Stop
Apologize
Make a Deal
Wait and cool off
Go to Another Game
Talk it out
Share and Take Turns
The 3rd through 5th graders read the book "What to Do with A Problem." We learned to identify our Thoughts, Feelings and behaviors associated with a problem we had. Every problem has an opportunity hidden inside of it, and that opportunity helps us learn and grow and be brave. our Journal writing was to identify a problem we have had and what we learned from our problem.
If you would like to schedule a conference with me please feel free to email me and I will set up a google meet or phone conference.
Amy McAboy, Guidance counselor
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As a school, we continue to learn and grow with/from each other every day! We want to hear your September celebrations, successes, and any shout outs you have for Dousman. If you would like to share celebrations with us, please consider completing this form. Responses are confidential unless you include your name in your shout out/celebration and will be shared with staff when relevant.
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Missed an newsletter? Don’t worry! Links to previous newsletters can be found HERE.
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Our Vision: Bridge the gap between home and classroom to unify our efforts in developing our children.
Our Mission: Create opportunities to enhance experiences by collaborating with parents, teachers, students, and the community.
Announcements:
FUN RUN will be October 19-23, 2020! Look for more information in next week’s Friday folders, eMessenger and on our PTO Facebook page.
Clipped Box Tops will no longer be accepted after November 2, 2021!
Join us on Facebook for real time updates and to connect with other Dousman parents at Dousman PTO.
Current Volunteer Opportunities on Volunteer Corner:
(Visit the Volunteer Corner for further details and sign-up instructions on all opportunities)
- Board of Directors Volunteer Relations
- Bargain Book Fair Coordinator for 2021
- Effortless Fundraising Coordinators
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Looking for passionate volunteers to mentor in the roles of President, Treasurer and Secretary!
Upcoming Events:
- 10/5 - Culver’s Share Night from 5-8pm
- PTO General Meeting, 5:00pm on Google Meet
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Community Education
KM Community Education provides recreational and educational opportunities for families. Please be sure to visit the website often for updates and new programs. For program information and registration forms, visit www.kmsd.edu/communityed.
Wisconsin Conservatory Music lessons
Having performed at Carnegie Hall, with our hometown Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, & more - exceptional Wisconsin Conservatory of Music teachers are now available to help you & your family take your playing to the next level!
Sign-up today for a special New Student Online Lesson Discount - just $190 for six virtual lessons. Semester discounts are also available, offered in partnership with KM Community Education. Hurry - schedules are filling up for cello, guitar, percussion, trumpet, piano, string bass, violin, & more.
» Registration & Info: wcmusic.org/kettle-moraine | (414) 276-5760
KM Wrestling Club-
The KM Wrestling Club will be having an informational meeting via zoom on October 21. You can join us at 7pm at
Zoom Meeting ID: 798 9623 4285
Passcode: KMWrestle
KM Wrestling is open to anyone in grades K-8. The season will begin in December for grades 4-8 and in January for K-3. Practices are M/W at KM High School. Registration is open online Here
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Community Events & Flyers
Events/opportunities listed on our Community Flyers page are not endorsed by the Kettle Moraine School District. They have been approved for electronic sharing. Visit www.kmsd.edu/communityflyers to see the full list of current flyers. Links to recently-added flyers and upcoming events are included below.
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341 E. Ottawa Avenue | Dousman, WI 53118 | 262-965-6520
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